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There’s a definite Easter slant to this week’s list, with a big jump in kids’ events across the city and county.
Dog Days Market also looks like one of the weekend highlights, with St Peter’s hosting local makers, coffee and a dog-friendly crowd on Saturday.
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What’s On This Week
Wednesday April 1st
📚 Book Launch: The Visit by Neil Tully
Waterstones Cork | 6:30pm–8pm | 🎟 Free |
Launch event for the debut novel set in 1960s Ireland exploring themes of change, identity and community.
📚 An Evening with An Béal Bocht and Others
Mercier Bookshop | 7pm–9pm | 🎟 Free (booking required) |
Open mic reading and discussion celebrating the work of Flann O’Brien and related texts, with contributions from invited speakers and attendees.
👕 Clothes Swap at Rebel Reads Bookshop
Marina Commercial Park | 7pm–8pm | 🎟 €5 |
Monthly clothes swap event where you can exchange up to five items of clothing in a community setting.
🎶 Ben De La Cour
Coughlan’s | 7:30pm | 🎟 €15 |
Live Americana performance featuring storytelling-driven songs from his latest album New Roses.
🎤 Vittorio Angelone: You Can’t Say Nothing Any More
The Everyman | Wed, April 1 – Thurs, April 2 | 8pm | 🎟 €29.50 |
Stand-up show featuring observational comedy and sharp commentary from Vittorio Angelone.
🎭 Bare
Bolt Theatre, 4 St. Patricks St | Wed–Sun, Apr 1–5 | 7–8pm or 8-9pm or 9-10pm | 🎟 €10 |
Immersive theatre experience where audiences move through a space encountering live characters sharing personal stories in an interactive setting.
Thursday April 2nd
🎤 Comedy Cavern: Susie McCabe – Best Behaviour
Coughlan’s | 7pm | 🎟 €20 |
Stand-up show from Scottish comedian and Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award winner, Susie McCabe.
🧘 Vinyasa Yoga with Lauren
Lough Community Centre | 6:30pm - 7:30pm | 🎟 €13.85 |
Mixed-level vinyasa yoga class with guidance and modifications suitable for all abilities.
🎭 Macbeth and Romero
Cork Arts Theatre | Thurs–Sat, Apr 2–4 | 7:30pm | 🎟 €15 |
Double bill of one-act plays featuring a modern adaptation of Macbeth alongside Romero, exploring themes of power and authority.
🎬 Don’t Be Prey
Triskel Arts Centre | 8:30pm | 🎟 €11 |
Documentary following swimmer Mark Sowerby’s attempt to complete the Oceans Seven challenge across some of the world’s most extreme open water routes.
😂 Stand-Up Comedy Club: Thursday Showcase
The Roundy | 8:30pm–10:30pm | 🎟 €6.34 |
Weekly stand-up showcase featuring a mix of established comedians and new acts from across Ireland.
Friday April 3rd
🎸 Following The Signs / Nihilanth / Too Far Fetched & Terror Syndrome
Kino Events House | 7pm–11:30pm | 🎟 €11.70 |
Live metal music night featuring multiple bands with high-energy performances and a mosh-friendly crowd.
🎶 Wildboyz – Duran Duran Experience
Cyprus Avenue | 7pm | 🎟 €22.50 |
Tribute show performing hits from Duran Duran including Rio and Hungry Like the Wolf.
🎭 Macalla
FitzGibbon Theatre | 8pm–9:10pm | 🎟 €10 (last few tickets) |
Youth theatre production set in ancient Ireland following a teenager chosen to break a recurring curse.
🎷 Nils Petter Molvær Group
Triskel Arts Centre | 8pm | 🎟 €37.50 |
Live jazz performance blending electronic and acoustic elements as part of the Triskel International Jazz Programme.
🎸 Rock Icons Show
The Everyman | 8pm | 🎟 €33 |
Live band performing classic rock hits from artists including Thin Lizzy, Pink Floyd, Bon Jovi and more.
🎶 Bagatelle & Friends: Celebrating the Legacy of Liam Reilly
Kinsale Hotel & Spa | 8pm–10:30pm | 🎟 €33.17 |
Live concert celebrating the music of Bagatelle and the songs of Liam Reilly.
🎶 I Draw Slow
The White Horse, Ballincollig | 8:30pm–11pm | 🎟 From €21.89 (last few tickets) |
Live acoustic roots performance blending Irish folk with Appalachian and bluegrass influences.
Saturday April 4th
🏇 Cork Easter Festival 2026
Cork Racecourse, Mallow | Sat Apr 4–Mon Apr 6, 12pm–7pm | 🎟 €20
Three-day racing festival featuring flat and jump racing, live entertainment and a family-focused final day.
🏋️ Powerlifting Championships – Silent Worker Series
Marina Market | Sat + Sun, 10am–5pm | 🎟 Free for spectators |
Two-day powerlifting event featuring an open competition and an invitational showcase with international lifters.
🚶 The Marina Walk
Alchemy Coffee, Marina Market | 11am–1pm | 🎟 Free |
Relaxed group walk along the Marina with a casual, no-pressure social atmosphere.
🐶 Dog Days Market
St Peter’s Cork | 11am–4pm | 🎟 Free |
Pop-up market featuring local makers, coffee, vintage, art and a dog-friendly atmosphere in a unique historic venue.
🌳 Living Fossils: A Prehistoric Tree Walk
Starting at the Glucksman, UCC | 11am–12pm | 🎟 €6.34 (last few tickets)
Guided outdoor walk exploring ancient tree species and their links to prehistoric ecosystems.
🕺 Club 30 – An Over 30s Evening Club
Cyprus Avenue | 6pm–10pm | 🎟 €10 |
Early evening club night for over 30s featuring music from the 80s, 90s, 00s and current hits.
🤼 RCW: In Your Gaff
The Pav | 6pm–9pm | 🎟 From €25.11 |
Live wrestling event featuring international and local wrestlers with high-energy matches. Over 18s event.
🎶 Song Bird – The Songs of Eva Cassidy
St Catherine’s Cultural Centre, Kinsale | 7:30pm–9:30pm | 🎟 €27.84
Live tribute performance to Eva Cassidy featuring Niamh Strong and band covering her blend of folk, jazz and blues classics.
🎧 Mór Disco
The Savoy | 8:30pm–late | 🎟 €15–€20 |
One-night return of the Cork club night featuring disco, funk and soul from Stevie G and Angi.
🎶 Cork City Organ Group
Coughlan’s | 10pm | 🎟 Free |
Live performance blending jazz organ, funk and psychedelic sounds.
Sunday April 5th
🧘 lululemon Pilates Class with Martha Andrea
Brown Thomas Cork | 10am–11am | 🎟 €27.79 |
Pilates class followed by private shopping with refreshments, with ticket value redeemable on lululemon products.
🚶♀️ Steps & Sweat – Walk and Sauna Session
Hoco Sauna, Marina | 10am–1pm | 🎟 €27.79 |
Women’s event combining a 5km walk along the Marina with a sauna session for recovery and relaxation.
🎶 God Is An Astronaut
Cyprus Avenue | 7pm | 🎟 €25 |
Live instrumental post-rock performance blending atmospheric soundscapes with heavy and psychedelic elements.
🎶 Circo Cork – Resenha No Savoy
The Savoy | 8pm–12:30am | 🎟 From €11.64 |
Brazilian music night with live samba and pagode band alongside DJ sets.
🎶 Gina and The Champions
Cork Opera House | 8pm | 🎟 €32 |
Live performance from the long-running Irish band known for classic hits and nostalgic shows.
🤍 All White Elegant Party 2026
Kino Events House | 9pm–2:30am | 🎟 €17.07 |
All-white dress code party with DJs, dancefloor music and a late-night social atmosphere.
Monday April 6th
⚽ Cork City vs Kerry
Turner’s Cross | 5pm | 🎟 €5 |
SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division fixture as Cork City host Kerry.
🎬 My Father’s Shadow
Triskel Arts Centre | 6pm | 🎟 From €5 |
Drama following a father and his sons navigating Lagos during political unrest, exploring family relationships and identity, with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score.
🧘 Move+Meditate
Ritual – Holistic Venue, Douglas | 6:30pm | 🎟 €17.07 |
Weekly class combining Pilates, breathwork and guided meditation to support relaxation and recovery.
🎶 The Dubliners Encore
Cork Opera House | 8pm | 🎟 From €35 (last few tickets) |
Stage show celebrating the music and legacy of The Dubliners with live performances of their best-known songs.
Tuesday April 7th
🎨 Famous Paintings and Their Hidden Histories: Self Portrait by Gwen John
Triskel Arts Centre | 11am–1pm | 🎟 €25 |
Lecture exploring Gwen John’s Self Portrait, focusing on its context, symbolism and the artist’s life.
✂️ Collais Chorcaí
Rebel Reads | 6:30pm–8:30pm | 🎟 €5 (donation) |
Collage-making session with all materials provided, focused on creative expression in a relaxed group setting.
🎸 We Are Scientists
Cyprus Avenue | 7pm | 🎟 €25 |
Indie rock band performing their debut album With Love & Squalor in full alongside other fan favourites.
😂 Comedy Cavern: Open Mic with Thomas Lawrance
Coughlan’s | 9pm | 🎟 Free (donation optional) |
Open mic night featuring new and established comedians in a small club setting.
Events For Kids
🐣 Easter Fun at Nano Nagle Place
Nano Nagle Place | Tue, Mar 31–Sat Apr 4 | Opening Hours | 🎟 Free with Museum Ticket |
Family-friendly Easter programme with an egg trail, prize giveaways and activities around the museum grounds.
🐣 Easter Egg Challenge 2026
Old Cork Waterworks Experience | Fri Apr 3 | 10am–4pm | 🎟 €6.34 |
Family event with a treasure hunt, entertainment and activities including magic shows, LEGO building and face painting.
🐣 Fota House Easter Egg Trail
Fota House & Gardens | Fri Apr 3 - Mon Apr 6, 11am–4pm | 🎟 €10 |
Self-guided Easter trail through the gardens with interactive characters and an egg prize at the finish.
🐣 Easter Egg Trail at Joe’s Farm
Joe’s Farm, P36 X582 | Fri, Apr 3 | 10am–2pm (different slots) | 🎟 From €11.40 |
Outdoor Easter trail with map-based clues, egg collection, Easter Bunny photos and farm activities.
🐐 Leahy’s Farm Petting Zoo
Douglas Village Shopping Centre | Saturday April 4th | 12:30pm–2pm | 🎟 €14.50 |
Family-friendly pop-up petting zoo with farm animals visiting for Easter activities.
🧁 Eggs and Cupcakes Decoration Workshop
The Hideout Café & Art Gallery | Sat, Apr 4 | 11am–12:30pm | 🎟 €54.60 |
Hands-on workshop decorating Easter eggs and cupcakes with all materials provided.
🐰 Easter Bunny Trail
Cork City Gaol | Sat Apr 4th–Fri Apr 10th | 10am–5pm | 🎟 From €7.50 |
Self-guided trail around the gaol where children follow clues to find hidden bunnies and receive a treat at the end.
🎻 Seoda na Maidine – Children’s Trad Group
Cork City Library | Sat, Apr 4 | 12pm–1pm | 🎟 Free |
Traditional music group for young musicians aged 9–15 to learn and play Irish music together.
🧁 Sweet Easter Fun: Kids’ Cupcake & Chocolate Nest Workshop
The Haven Café | Sun, Apr 5 | 2:15pm–3:15pm | 🎟 €32 |
Kids’ baking workshop creating decorated cupcakes and chocolate nests with guided instruction and take-home treats.
Planning Ahead
🐣 Easter Camp
Leahy’s Open Farm | Wed, Apr 8–Fri, Apr 10 | 9am–1pm | 🎟 €90 per child
Kids’ Easter camp with activities including arts and crafts, animal feeding, farm games and outdoor play.
😂 David McSavage – The Occasional Ride
Cyprus Avenue | Sat, April 11 | 7pm | 🎟 €27.50 |
Stand-up show featuring observational comedy and reflections on relationships, ageing and modern life.
🎶 Mack Fleetwood
Cork Opera House | Fri, Apr 10, 8pm | 🎟 €35 (last few tickets)
Fleetwood Mac tribute show covering hits from across their career with a full live band performance.
🎶 Nathan Carter
Cork Opera House | Sat, Apr 25 | 8pm | 🎟 €33.50 (selling fast) |
Live show from the Irish country singer featuring hits and songs from his latest album Music Man.
🎶 Gabrielle Aplin
Live at St Luke’s | Fri, May 1 | 8pm | 🎟 €27.83 (last few tickets) |
Live performance from the UK singer-songwriter featuring songs from across her career including English Rain.
👑 The Princess Proms: Cork
Cork City Hall | Tues, Aug 18 | 2pm–3:40pm | 🎟 From €20.46 (last few tickets) |
Live concert featuring songs from films and musicals including Frozen, Moana and Beauty and the Beast.
Old Cork
This photo shows the ground-floor shopfronts of the newly opened Metropole Hotel on MacCurtain Street around 1900.
Rather than using the whole building as a hotel, the Musgrave family leased the street-level units to local retailers. You can see Correll on the left, Musgrave Brothers in the middle, and Lawson & Co. on the right. Lawson & Co. still appears on the façade in the modern photo below.
Image attribution: French, Robert. The Lawrence Photograph Collection
